2023 Map of Cat Mesa

About this map

Cat Mesa dominates this high-altitude landscape in Socorro County, where the terrain is marked by the drainage of Dulce Draw. The map reveals a specialized infrastructure suited for the expansive cattle ranching and government operations typical of this region. The Monte Prieto Ranch Airport serves as a remote aviation landmark in the northwest corner, positioned just off Monte Prieto Rd. A network of rural corridors, including Co Rd 187 and Co Rd 190, weave through the township and range grids, providing access across this arid environment. The presence of Wsmr P Route 41 indicates the proximity to significant military or research restricted areas, characteristic of the central New Mexico desert. This survey provides an essential record of modern land use and remote transportation nodes in a sparsely populated section of the state.